Saigon Restaurant & Grill, 477 Court St Ne, Salem, OR 97301 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Saigon Restaurant & Grill
Address: 477 Court St Ne, Salem, OR 97301
Phone: (503) 588-7633
Total inspections: 12
Last inspection: Jun 13, 2013
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91

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  • Chair in front of hand sink by register.
  • Chicken stored in bins stacked on each other so bottom of bin contacts food.
  • Wall damaged behind grill and by dishwasher.Floor damaged by dishwasher.Gasket on 3-door cooler torn.
  • Wet wiping cloths out on counter by beverage area.
Semi-Annual Oct 23, 2007 94
No violation noted during this evaluation. Semi-Annual May 27, 2008 100
  • Floor around equipment wall in dishwasher soiled
  • Inside reach in has food build up on bottom shelf
  • Shelving in back area soiled
  • Spearmint grown at home being prepared for restaurant use
Semi-Annual Oct 9, 2008 91
  • Exhaust hood vents are not cleaned as often as needed. Condensation of grease built-up and dripping.
  • Floors and baseboards under and around equipment in cooking, dishwashing, and dry storage areas are soiled.
  • Foil being used throughout kitchen area to cover various surfaces.
  • Foods stored uncovered in reach-in freezers & coolers.
  • Handwashing sink in dishwashing area blocked by pans; being used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Interior of back reach-in freezer is soiled. Handles on prep-line reach-in coolers have build-up.
  • Mop water being dumped in large storm drain in alley. No service sink present.
Semi-Annual Apr 8, 2009 90
  • Cooked chicken and other cooked meat in reach-in coolers not datemarked.
  • Cooking surfaces in kitchen have heavy grease/soil build-up.
  • Cot for napping in kitchen area.
  • Floors under and around equipment/shelving soiled. Walls soiled in cook area.
  • Foil used to line several surfaces in kitchen cook areas.
  • White plastic grocery bags used for food contact.
Semi-Annual Oct 26, 2009 86
  • Cooking surfaces have heavy build-up.
  • Several surfaces in kitchen lined with foil.
  • Walls and floors around cook area are soiled.
  • White plastic grocery bags used for food contact.
Semi-Annual May 5, 2010 90
  • Back hand washing sink has large pot and food debris inside.
  • Cook line area, including hoods, have heavy build-up.
  • Foil used to line several surfaces in cook area.
  • Ice machine has some build-up on interior.
  • Owner food stored with food to serve to customers.
  • Shelving in back area is worn & has chipping paint.
Semi-Annual Nov 18, 2010 90
  • cardboard box reused to store onions
  • container of dry rice stored directly on the floor
  • front hand sink blocked by laptop computer and papers
  • reachin refrigerator racks are soiled and rusty, interior of reachin freezer is soiled, grill hood vent is soiled/dripping grease
  • two chemical spray bottles not labeled
  • wet mop stored on floor
Semi-Annual Mar 10, 2011 85
  • Exterior of equipment, Stove and carts have buildup
  • Floor around equipment, walls in kitchen and shelving have buildup
  • Front hand wash sink access blocked by hanging curtain
  • Inside reach ins have buildup, Hood has dripping grease on stove
  • Soiled cloth and paper used as liner
  • Walls and floor worn in spots
Semi-Annual Nov 17, 2011 81
  • Employee clothing stored on dry storage
  • Exterior of equipment, Carts and Stove have buildup
  • Floor around equipment and shelving have buildup
  • Floor in Dishwashing room worn, walls in restroom have holes with paper over holes
  • Front hand wash sink blocked by curtain
  • Inside reach ins have buildup
  • Lights in Dry storage room missing shield
  • Sanitizer less than 10 ppm Chlorine
Semi-Annual May 21, 2012 81
  • Beef thawing at room temperature
  • Exterior of equipment has buildup
  • Floor and walls worn in spots not sealed
  • Floor around equipment ands shelving has buildup
  • Ginger chicken and Dumplings 108 F
  • Inside reach ins have buildup
  • Sanitizer under 50 ppm Chlorine
Semi-Annual Dec 20, 2012 92
  • Bead and cloth curtain covers front kitchen doorway
  • Cooked ready to eat foods in reach in not date marked
  • Dry storage room lights missing shield
  • Exterior of equipment and rolling cart have buildup
  • Floor around equipment and shelving have buildup
  • Inside reach in and cutting boards have buildup
Semi-Annual Jun 13, 2013 91

Violation descriptions and comments

Oct 23, 2007

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food shall be protected from contamination by being stored: 1) in a clean, dry location; 2) where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination; or 3) at least 6 inches above the floor.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be accessible at all times for employee use and not used for other purposes. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Oct 9, 2008

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Food shall be obtained from approved sources. Food prepared in a private home may not be used in the establishment.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Apr 8, 2009

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food shall be protected from contamination by being stored: 1) in a clean, dry location; 2) where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination; or 3) at least 6 inches above the floor.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids and rainwater shall be drained from point of discharge to disposal according to DEQ.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be accessible at all times for employee use and not used for other purposes. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Intake and exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination. If vented to the outside, ventilation systems may not create a public health hazard, nuisance or unlawful discharge.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Oct 26, 2009

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food prepared in the food establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation or consumption. Including the date of preparation, food shall be consumed within 7 days if stored at 41째F or less. Food that is frozen shall be marked to indicate the remaining days that the food may be kept once the product is thawed.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers may not impart color, odors or tastes to food and shall be made of safe materials. Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers shall be durable, corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The food-contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment and interior cavities of microwave ovens must be cleaned at least every 24 hours.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: A private home, a room used as living or sleeping quarters, or an area directly opening to a room used as living or sleeping quarters may not be used to conduct food establishment operations.

May 5, 2010

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers may not impart color, odors or tastes to food and shall be made of safe materials. Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers shall be durable, corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The food-contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment and interior cavities of microwave ovens must be cleaned at least every 24 hours.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Nov 18, 2010

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers may not impart color, odors or tastes to food and shall be made of safe materials. Multiuse equipment, utensils, and food storage containers shall be durable, corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not potentially hazardous shall be cleaned: 1) at any time when contamination may have occurred; 2) at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer self-service utensils; 3) before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils; or 4) in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles when required by the manufacturer or as necessary to keep them clean.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be accessible at all times for employee use and not used for other purposes. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be located in a designated room or area so that food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Mar 10, 2011

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food shall be protected from contamination by being stored: 1) in a clean, dry location; 2) where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination; or 3) at least 6 inches above the floor.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be accessible at all times for employee use and not used for other purposes. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Working containers (including spray bottles) used for storing poisonous or toxic materials, such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies, shall be clearly and individually labeled with the common name of the material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: After use, mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment or supplies.

Nov 17, 2011

REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be accessible at all times for employee use and not used for other purposes. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

May 21, 2012

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing facilities shall be accessible at all times for employee use and not used for other purposes. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Effective shielding or shatter-resistant bulbs shall be provided for all light fixtures where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service or single-use articles. Infrared or other heat lamps shall be protected against breakage by providing a shield surrounding and extending beyond the bulb so that only the face of the bulb is exposed.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Dressing rooms shall be used by employees when changing clothes in the establishment. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used to store employee clothing and other possessions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

Dec 20, 2012

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 135°F or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F or less.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Potentially hazardous foods shall not be thawed at room temperature. Food may be thawed by one of the following methods: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or less; 2) completely submerged under running water at a temperature of 70°F or below, with sufficient velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in the overflow, for a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F, or for a period of time that does not allow raw animal food to be above 41°F for more than four hours; 3) in a microwave oven only when the food will be immediately transferred to conventional cooking facilities as part of a continuous cooking process, or when the entire, uninterrupted cooking process takes place in the microwave oven; or 4) as part of the conventional cooking process.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Jun 13, 2013

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food prepared in the food establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation or consumption. Including the date of preparation, food shall be consumed within 7 days if stored at 41°F or less. Food that is frozen shall be marked to indicate the remaining days that the food may be kept once the product is thawed.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Effective shielding or shatter-resistant bulbs shall be provided for all light fixtures where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service or single-use articles. Infrared or other heat lamps shall be protected against breakage by providing a shield surrounding and extending beyond the bulb so that only the face of the bulb is exposed.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

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